Seminar

EHEPA SEMINAR 31 Title Community Dialogues for CL Prevention: Addressing Social and Behavioral Barriers in Kalu District Organizer Ethiopian Health Education and Promotion Professionals Association (EHEPA) Brief biography of the presenter Takele Gezahegn,( Assistant Professor at SPHMMC, PhD Candidate AAU) Date & Time Friday, May 30 · 11:00am – 12:00pm Modality Virtual Meeting link https://meet.google.com/txa-tpjc-usp Description of the Presentation This presentation highlights the role of community dialogue as a health promotion strategy for Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (CL) prevention in Kalu District. By addressing social and behavioral barriers, it seeks to educate and motivate communities to strengthen participatory approaches and enhance prevention efforts. Together, we can foster more inclusive and sustainable engagement strategies for CL control. Download

EHEPA SEMINAR 30 Title Navigating international funding cuts and building resilience: Discussion on challenges and the way forward Organizer Ethiopian Health Education and Promotion Professionals Association (EHEPA) Brief biography of the presenter Eshetu Girma (PhD) Former President of EHEPA Research Scientist, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC), Nairobi, Kenya Date & Time Friday Mar 26, 2025 ⋅ 11am – 12pm (East Africa Time) Modality Virtual Meeting link Description of the Presentation Open discussion Download

EHEPA SEMINAR 29 Title Application of Health Belief Model to Assess Predictors of Weight Management Behavior Intention Among Civil Servants in Ethiopia: A Mixed Method Study Organizer Ethiopian Health Education and Promotion Professionals Association (EHEPA) Brief biography of the presenter Natnael Kebede ( MPH, Lecturer at Wollo University) Date & Time Friday Feb 26, 2025 ⋅ 11am – 12pm (East Africa Time) Modality Virtual Meeting link Description of the Presentation The presentation focuses on research title of the Application of the Health Belief Model to Assess Predictors of Weight Management Behavior Intention Among Civil Servants in Ethiopia: A Mixed-Method Study. It begins with an Introduction, covering the concept of the Health Belief Model and weight management behavior. The Methods and Materials section outlines the mixed- method study approach. The Results highlight key findings on predictors of weight management behavior intention. Finally, the Conclusion and Recommendations provide insights for policymakers and public health practitioners to enhance weight management interventions among civil servants in Ethiopia. Download

EHEPA SEMINAR 28 Title The Integrated Ideation Model- ThinkPlaces Approach to Creating A Data Use Culture Organizer Ethiopian Health Education and Promotion Professionals Association (EHEPA) Brief biography of the presenter Nebiyu Yetsedaw (Social development and Systems-thinking professional at ThinkPlace) Date & Time Friday Jan 24, 2025 ⋅ 11am – 12pm (East Africa Time) Modality Virtual Meeting link https://meet.google.com/pkc-vzkc-kby?hs=224 Description of the Presentation ThinkPlace developed the Integrated Ideation Model for Data-use Culture (IIMDC), a conceptual framework informed by the PRISM Framework. To consider behavior change deeply, the Integrated Ideation Model considers COM-B and 6Ideation theories for behavior change. In this presentation, we will look at how they integrate together to address the different behavioral drivers and bring the intended behavioral shift. Download

EHEPA SEMINAR 27 Title Human Centered Design for Immunization in Pastoralist Communities, Case Study for Turkana County, Kenya Organizer Ethiopian Health Education and Promotion Professionals Association (EHEPA) Brief biography of the presenter Shamim Omar Design and Innovation Specialist at PATH’s, and Sue Wairimu Associate Product Manager at PATH, Date & Time Tuesday, June 18 · 11:00am – 12:00pm Modality Virtual Meeting link https://meet.google.com/byo-ubzp-pax Description of the Presentation This interactive session will look at how Living Labs has applied Human-Centered Design (HCD) when addressing immunization challenges in pastoralist communities, drawing from a case study in Turkana, Kenya. The session will explore key adaptations made to meaningfully engage with the community, emphasizing co-creation and trust-building. Attendees will also have the opportunity to share their experiences and perspectives, fostering a collaborative exchange of insights on how HCD principles can drive impactful health interventions in similar contexts. Download

EHEPA SEMINAR 26 Title Blind spots in using theories and models of behavior change in public health Organizer Ethiopian Health Education and Promotion Professionals Association (EHEPA) Brief biography of the presenter Eshetu Girma (PhD) President of the Ethiopian Health Education and Promotion Professionals Association (EHEPA) Research Scientist, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) Date & Time Monday Oct 28, 2024 ⋅ 11am – 12pm (East Africa Time) Modality Virtual Meeting link https://meet.google.com/dwm-ahex-kej?hs=224 Description of the Presentation Download

EHEPA SEMINAR 25 Title Introduction to Monkeypox /Mpox/; with current preparedness and readiness efforts in Ethiopia. Organizer Ethiopian Health Education and Promotion Professionals Association (EHEPA) Brief biography of the presenter Mr. Getnet Bayih/ Health Communication Specialist at WHO Country Office ethiopia BSC, MPH in Health Education and Promotion Professional Date & Time Tuesday Sep 24, 2024 ⋅ 11am – 12pm (East Africa Time) Modality Virtual Meeting link https://meet.google.com/arr-kska-bnp?hs=224 Description of the Presentation Download